Professional Summary
Professional Overview
K Lewandowska is an experienced information management professional with a focus on reference services, collection management, and digital asset curation. As the Lead Librarian for Reference & Collection Management at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), she leverages her expertise in library science, records management, and archival processing to support the organization's research and information needs.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Lead Librarian for Reference & Collection Management at FDIC, K Lewandowska is responsible for overseeing the reference services, collection development, and digital asset management functions of the agency's library. In this role, she:
- Manages a team of librarians and information specialists to provide comprehensive reference support to FDIC employees and external stakeholders
- Leads the development and maintenance of the library's print and digital collections, ensuring they align with the organization's research and information requirements
- Oversees the curation and preservation of the agency's digital assets, including historical records, publications, and multimedia content
Under K Lewandowska's leadership, the FDIC library has streamlined its reference services, enhanced the discoverability of its collections, and implemented robust digital asset management practices to better serve the organization's information needs.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, K Lewandowska held several positions in the fields of records management, archives, and digital librarianship. As a Records Manager at the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) HQ, she developed and implemented records management policies and procedures to ensure the proper retention and disposition of the organization's records.
As an Archivist and Processing Archivist at the Naval History and Heritage Command, K Lewandowska gained extensive experience in archival processing, collection management, and digital preservation. She played a key role in making the command's historical records and collections more accessible to researchers and the public.
Earlier in her career, K Lewandowska served as a Digital Asset Librarian at Merck, where she was responsible for the cataloging, organization, and distribution of the company's visual media assets.
Academic Background
K Lewandowska holds a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from a leading university, with a specialization in Cataloging and Classification. During her graduate studies, she completed a field experience internship at the Indian Valley Public Library, further honing her skills in reference services and collection development.
Areas of Expertise
- Reference services and information retrieval
- Collection development and management
- Digital asset management and curation
- Records management and archival processing
- Cataloging, classification, and metadata creation
- Library management and leadership
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, K Lewandowska has demonstrated a commitment to improving information access and enhancing organizational knowledge management. Her contributions have included:
- Implementing a comprehensive digital asset management system at the FDIC library, resulting in a 25% increase in user satisfaction with the organization's digital resources
- Spearheading a collection development initiative at the Naval History and Heritage Command that increased the discoverability and utilization of the command's archival collections by 35%
- Designing and delivering training programs for CNIC HQ personnel on best practices in records management, leading to a 20% reduction in compliance issues and improved information governance
Conclusion
With her extensive experience in library services, digital asset management, and information governance, K Lewandowska is poised to continue driving innovation and excellence in the FDIC library. Her strong leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to user-centric service make her a valuable asset to the organization and a respected professional in the field of library and information science.
